Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 17, 1993
LOT 272
Daniel de Saint Leu, Watchmaker of Her Majesty, London, No. 2037, made for the Islamic market, circa 1780. Fine 18 ct. three coloured gold triple-cased quarter striking clock-watch.
CHF 22,000 - 26,000
C. Third, double body in gilt brass, covered with tortoise shell. Second, double body, the bezel chased with a floral decoration, the back chased in high relief with military trophies, and outer garland of flowers matching that of the bezel. Inner double body, bassine, the back engraved with military trophies, the edge pierced and engraved with scrolls and flowers. GiIt brass dust-cap. D. White enamel with Turkish numerals. Gold "poker and beetle" hands. M. GiIt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, plain brass three armed balance, gilt brass English cock. Striking on a bell, with strikesilent selection lever on the bezel. Signed on the dial, the dust cap and the back plate. In very good condition. Diam. 75mm.
